1989 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
